An exciting excursion into the restive Niger Delta of Nigeria through the personal story of Dr. Goodman Obot. His story, hope, and aspiration represent the collective ambitions of the youth of his era. His challenges, failures, and successes provide a road map to the resourcefulness and resiliency of the people of the Niger Delta. Doctor of the Gods offers the opportunity for resolving the struggle for the control of the natural resources of the Niger Delta among competing interests. This is a timely memoir written without bitterness. Dr. Obot focuses beyond himself to address the persisting violence and lack of development in the Niger Delta. The people of the Niger Delta deserve no less. Their children deserve better health care, better schools, and better prospects for the future. Dr. Obot is an eloquent voice of the people of the Niger Delta, a must read for everyone doing business in Nigeria and other developing countries. I will accept Dr. Obot's invitation to visit the Niger Delta with my copy of the Doctor of the Gods as my visa.